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NRG Energy Announces Appointment of New Independent Director<\/b><\/p>\n

Accomplished Industrial Manufacturing, Aerospace, and Defense Industry Veteran Adds Global Operations and Financial Expertise to NRG Board of Directors<\/i><\/p>\n

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nNRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today announced that Sanjay Kapoor has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective February 3, 2026. Mr. Kapoor also will serve on the Board\u2019s Audit Committee.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cSanjay brings decades of financial insight and seasoned leadership to our Board, and we are pleased to have him join NRG,\u201d said Larry Coben, Chair and Chief Executive Officer. \u201cHis demonstrated judgment and extensive experience overseeing complex public companies will further strengthen our Board\u2019s oversight and help advance long-term value for our shareholders and customers.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nHis appointment brings NRG\u2019s Board to 11 members and further strengthens its collective expertise across industrial, financial, and operational leadership.<\/p>\n

About the New Director
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<\/b>Sanjay Kapoor<\/i><\/p>\n

\nWith more than 30 years of experience in senior financial and operational roles, Mr. Kapoor has built a career shaped by rigorous oversight and leadership across highly regulated and technically complex industries.<\/p>\n

\nMr. Kapoor, age 65, is the retired (2019) Executive Vice President and CFO of Spirit AeroSystems. Prior to Spirit AeroSystems, Mr. Kapoor held leadership positions at industry-leading defense and aviation sector companies Raytheon (2004 \u2013 2013) and United Technologies (1990 \u2013 2004). At Raytheon, he led the Integrated Air and Missile Defense Systems, including the Patriot and Hawk programs. During his final three years at Raytheon, he oversaw all business execution activities, doubling revenue over the period. Earlier, he served as the Division\u2019s Chief Financial Officer, providing leadership to more than 650 finance professionals across the United States, Germany, Australia, and the Middle East.<\/p>\n

\nMr. Kapoor also has significant board experience, including Crane Company (NYSE:CR; 2023 \u2013 present), SAAB, Inc. (2021 \u2013 present), and Black & Veatch (2018 \u2013 2025), where he has contributed to governance and oversight in industrial and technology\u2011driven markets. He holds an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from the Indian Institute of Technology.<\/p>\n

About NRG
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<\/b>NRG is a leading provider of electricity, natural gas, and smart home solutions to eight million customers across North America. The company operates a customer\u2011first platform supported by a diversified supply strategy and the safe, reliable operation of approximately 25 GW of power generation. NRG plays a meaningful role in dependable and competitive energy markets and our innovative team is creating the flexible and affordable solutions that households and large businesses need today and in the future. Visit nrg.com<\/a> for more information, and connect with us on Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, and X<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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NRG Energy Announces Appointment of New Independent Director Accomplished Industrial Manufacturing, Aerospace, and Defense Industry Veteran Adds Global Operations and Financial Expertise to NRG Board of Directors HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today announced that Sanjay Kapoor has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective February 3, 2026. Mr. Kapoor also will serve on the Board\u2019s Audit Committee. \u201cSanjay brings decades of financial insight and seasoned leadership to our Board, and we are pleased to have him join NRG,\u201d said Larry Coben, Chair and Chief Executive Officer. \u201cHis demonstrated judgment and extensive experience overseeing complex public companies will further strengthen our Board\u2019s oversight and help advance long-term value for our shareholders and customers.\u201d His appointment brings NRG\u2019s … <\/p>\n

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